Inspired by editor Gretchen R. Crowe’s recollection of an African priest who influenced her life — and readers’ response to it — the newsweekly staff decided to ask for more stories. This is an official call for readers to share stories of priests who have made a positive impact in their lives. The best submissions will be published in an upcoming spring issue of OSV Newsweekly.

Guidelines for submissions are as follows:

Should not exceed 250 words

Must include reader’s name, city and state

Also include full name, parish and diocese of priest

Submit by email to feedback@osv.com (please put “Priest Profile” in the subject line) or by mail to: